hours
The town is open and accessible 24/7.
price
Free to arrive, just take into account price of train, bus, car, motorino, or boat. If driving, parking in Positano is limited and expensive.
facts about Positano
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It's called the Vertical City
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Human remains found from 6000 BC
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Myth that Poseidon founded the town, it was a gift to a nymph he liked
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The Romans took over the town, possibly trying to take refuge from pirates
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Many buildings and villas got destroyed when Vesuvius exploded in 79 AD
what is Positano?
A town on the Amalfi Coast. Originally a fishing village, some of the best food in the world, not only great for seafood (although you can't go wrong with fish and crustaceans here).
what do you do in Positano?
Positano is a good place to visit for the day if you are in a town nearby, or to spend a few days in.
There are lots of beautiful little shops along the road and down the stairs to the port. Beautiful restaurants resting on the cliffs.
It's a nice town if you're looking to relax, have a swim in the nearby beaches.
It's also a central location to get to other cities by car or boat.
what to bring
​If heading to Positano for the day.
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Swim suit
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Towel
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Dry clothes to change into
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Nice outfit for dinner, some restaurants require men too wear pants and closed shoes
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Camera
food
Positano is full of restaurants varying from casual restaurants to upscale fancy ones. There is a lot of good seafood, but it's to limited to that.
I recommend La Cambusa as a good restaurant right at the marina in the center of the classic colorful view of Positano.
how to get there
By car is fastest, but it isn't a car friendly town if you're looking to stay in Positano.
By bus and by boat.
